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It is celebrated in the U.S.
Great American Meatout is an animal-rights movement celebrated by Americans to stop the nationwide meat habit, even for just one day.
It first began in 1985. It has raised awareness about how farmed animals are treated and how they contribute to climate change.
Great American Meatout was started by the Farm Animal Rights Movement(FARM), in 1985. Since its beginning, the day has set out to bring awareness about animal products and has encouraged many towards a more compassionate diet.
The meat industry has a long line of achievements that have enabled it to become widespread and successful. Below are some important dates and facts that have cheered the meat industry on.
The common practice is to quit meat and turn to a vegetarian diet, for a day. Raising awareness is the main theme here. Although meat is an important element in many traditional cultures, a simple meat-free diet has more benefits for our health.
The day is usually filled with rallies of animal activists and is a major educational event. Food sampling is a great way to enjoy this day if you're a foodie!
Another way to take part in this day is to arrange a vegetarian potluck in your neighborhood. You can try one of the many vegetarian recipes online. Of course, watching documentaries about the meat industry and educating yourself about where your animal products come from can make your day. But not all documentaries are for the light-hearted.
To raise awareness of the benefits of a meatless diet and to save animals.
There are many benefits, such as lowering the risk of chronic illnesses.
It was first celebrated on the first day of spring in 1985 on March 20th.
It's not a global event, but a few other countries do have similar days.
If people do choose to become meat-free in their daily lives, then it will affect the numbers slaughtered in the long term.
Date | Day |
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March 20, 2020 | Friday |
March 20, 2021 | Saturday |
March 20, 2022 | Sunday |
March 20, 2023 | Monday |
March 20, 2024 | Wednesday |
https://www.peoplesworld.org/article/this-day-in-history-the-great-american-meatout/
https://vegnews.com/2013/3/celebrate-the-great-american-meatout-on-march-20th
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farm_Animal_Rights_Movement#Great_American_Meatout
https://www.britannica.com/explore/savingearth/its-meatout-day
https://www.downtoearth.org/news/2010-02/1322/30-great-american-meatout-sale
https://www.wikidates.org/holiday/great-american-meatout-day_848.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_impact_of_meat_production
https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/103414-meat-industry-timeline-1891-1916
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